Editor's Note - Articles - Page 7

How Should Roofers Address Deck Protection?

January 12, 2021

Is it acceptable to remove the shingles, leave the previously - installed deck waterproofing membrane alone, so long as it is still functional?

Adios, 2020!

There are many things roofing contractors can be thankful for in 2020, aside from the fact that it’s almost over.

Rick Damato

December 4, 2020

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My plan for this column, the last of 2020, was to call out some of the best things about the year for the roofing industry. The first item on the list was simple: It’s almost over!

Time to Get Engaged

Rick Damato

November 5, 2020

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Growing the business requires hitting the numbers, but businesses that thrive are built on a mission driven by the business leader with buy-in from the entire team.

Growth (Still) Matters for Your Roofing Business

It may not seem like it, but now is the best time to invest and advance your roofing business.

Rick Damato

October 9, 2020

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When we find ourselves in the midst of a storm, the most natural thing to do is to put our heads down and hold on tight.

In Roofing, Clean Matters

September 4, 2020

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The pandemic has taught us all the value of cleanliness, and for commercial roofing, the value of having coatings in your arsenal.

A Level Playing Field

The good news between the lines of all the bad news is the playing field is level. You’re all trading in the same economy during the same pandemic.

Rick Damato

August 7, 2020

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Pandemic. Social unrest. Recession. We are living in some very trying times.

Building Your Bench with the Best Roofing Contractors

Concentrating on sales and numbers are fine, but the truly great roofing contractors are the ones who focus on recruiting the best people out there.

Rick Damato

July 3, 2020

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Safety and recruiting are key to success.

A Time to Pivot

Rick Damato

May 26, 2020

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It is more than disorienting when things we take for granted suddenly evaporate into thin air.

The Silver Lining in the COVID-19 Crisis

April 27, 2020

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In these trying and uncertain times, strong leadership from the roofing industry is going to lead it through this COVID-19 crisis.

Use Your Voice, it’s an Election Year

Rick Damato

April 2, 2020

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When roofing industry interests, including contractors, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and others show up as a group in Washington D.C., Congress notices.